What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director - Exceptional Education (Effective 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR) position at Tucson Unified District?
SUMMARY
Plans, directs, and administers special education programs within Tucson Unified School District. Administers the instructional and curriculum services for special populations (PreK - 12th grade). Works in collaboration with the Curriculum and Instruction Department to ensure that student instructional needs are met. Works with internal and external stakeholders to align practices and procedures. Collaborates with Principals and Teachers to identify and assess student needs. Administers programs designed to improve student achievement for Exceptional Education Students.
REPORTS TO: Senior Director of Exceptional Education
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Master’s degree in Education, Business Administration or related field
Valid Arizona Administrative Certificate
Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance
Five years of teaching experience in a K-12 educational setting
Three years of experience developing and managing complex budgets including grant administration
Three years of experience in management or supervision
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Consideration will be given to applicants who explicitly confirm possession of the following preferred qualifications in their resume or application
Doctorate degree in a related field
Three years of experience working with Exceptional Education (Special Education) students, community, and parents
One year of experience implementing state-level guidance to improve policies, practices, and procedures
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRE
Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
POSITION SPECIFICS
EFFECTIVE: 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR
LOCATION: Exceptional Education - Broadway & Park Area
FTE: 1.0 (8 hours per day)
START DATE: July 1, 2025
SALARY RANGE: $81,361.03 - $94,457.62 annually
WORK CALENDAR: 12 months
First Review of Applications will begin on February 17, 2025
Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language.
For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.
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Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.
Salary : $81,361 - $94,458
